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The power of a great introduction - Carolyn Mohr

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Never underestimate the power of an intriguing start. When analyzing the literary greats like Charles Dickens and Kurt Vonnegut, be inspired by their craft and learn how to write a tantalizing introduction and strong thesis.

Think about the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Story_of_the_Three_Bears). Write a simple thesis statement. What questions did you ask to come up with your thesis?

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